

Afternoon Brief: Wine Tourism Now Accounts for a Quarter of Global Winery Revenue
A new international study has found that wine tourism remains a profitable and expanding part of the global wine industry, with 65% of wineries reporting positive returns and more than half planning to invest further...

Afternoon Brief: Gallo Acquires Whiny Baby, Wine Brand Aimed at Gen Z
Gallo has snapped up another California wine brand - one specifically marketed to Gen Z drinkers of legal age...

Afternoon Brief: Duckhorn to Consolidate Portfolio, Close Tasting Rooms
The US luxury wine group will prioritise investment in Duckhorn Vineyards, Kosta Browne, Decoy, and Sonoma-Cutrer, alongside Goldeneye, Calera, and Greenwing...

Afternoon Brief: 2024: A Classic Vintage for Napa Valley
Napa Valley growers and winemakers are reflecting on another noteworthy harvest. Described as dynamic and rich in flavor, the 2024 vintage promises to deliver quality wines that capture the unique character of Napa Valley, blending boldness with elegance...

Afternoon Brief, April 3rd
North Coast Wine Challenge Top Honors Go to Italian-Inspired Red Blend from La Storia: A Sonoma County red wine beat out 1,093 other entries to win Best of the Best...


Afternoon Brief: E. & J. Gallo Expands Its Premium Wine Portfolio with Acquisition of the Hahn Family Wines Collection of Brands
E. & J. Gallo Winery (Gallo) announced today that it has purchased the Hahn Family Wines portfolio, complementing Gallos existing Central Coast offerings. The strategic investment includes the Smith & Hook, Hahn, and Hahn SLH brands...

